FeaturedActive 7 days agoCOPD LearningsWhat is something YOU didn't know about COPD that you have since learned?...reactions143repliesAwarenessCoping
FeaturedActive 4 days agoCOPD Frustrations!What is the most frustrating part about living with COPD?...reactions510repliesAwarenessCoping
Active todayWhat brings you to our community?Tell us: What information about COPD are you looking for?...reactions39replies
Active todayHow do you deal with knowing what it's going to do to you, when your times up.I was told two and a half years ago that I had asthma, chronic bronchitis ,COPD , and in stage 3 emphysema, I didn't believe them. I partied, smoked ,drank...reactions14repliesEmphysemaProgressionMental Health
Active todaySecond opinionHey folks. I have a question for the group and would like as many answers as possible. I am struggling with asking my doctor about getting a second opinion (or...reactions3replies
Active todayTips to handle breathing when feeling really breathless Anyone got advice for COPD sufferers with regard to breathing techniques...reactions1replyBreathingChronic BronchitisCoping
Active yesterdayWaking up every 2-3 hoursI wake up after 2-3 hours. Coughing up phlegm etc. Takes a good hour or more to feel comfortable enough to lay back down. It's becoming a curse to lay...reactions24repliesBreathing
Active yesterdayWhat are your COPD triggers?COPD exacerbations can come out of nowhere but knowing what triggered it may help you avoid one in the future. If you know what your triggers are, let us know...reactions82repliesCopingTips & AdviceTriggers
Active 2 days agoExperiencing Dry or Stuffy Nose on Supplemental Oxygen for COPDHas anyone else experienced these issues? What remedies or strategies have you found helpful in alleviating the dryness or congestion?...reactions31repliesTips & AdviceBreathing
Active 3 days agoCOPD's Impact on Retirement PlansHas COPD affected or changed your retirement plans? If so, how?...reactions28repliesWork & Employment
Active 3 days agoFlare-upsWhat happens when you have a flare up? I'm not sure if I'm having one or not. Every time I ask me doctor about them he say I'm not, maybe...reactions2repliesFlares
Active 3 days agoWhat would you share with others who are newly diagnosed with COPD?Comment your learnings, tips, resources, or (non-medical) advice here to support others going through it 💙...reactions128replies